Job Openings at DB Schenker

Responsibilities

• Ensure that the management of the warehouse are compliant and in line with organisational policies and the SOP’s for logistics services related to inventory, warehousing and transportation, etc.
• Ensure the optimized and efficient capacity utilization of warehouse by analyzing, calculating floor space, assessing space design, developing and preparing stacking / storage plans in order to maximize profitability and efficiency of service delivery.
• Ensure all warehouses have accurate and complete accounting, reporting, record management and internal control systems in place by meeting the Financial Targets as set and agreed with Management.
• Facilitate the development and maintenance of an optimized warehouse management process and system taking cognizance of bin location assignment and utilization as well as monitoring the expedient flow of materials and products.
• Ensure that inventory control processes are appropriately implemented, and a high standard of inventory accuracy is maintained in the region's warehouses.
• Maintain a balanced service to cost and profitability ratio through the evaluation, analysis and management of performance, variations, escalations, special request, projects and network optimisation.
• Quality assure service delivery including identifying and creating solutions to resolve service delivery failures and exceptions.
• Enhance the utilization of existing/ new technology and ensure compatibility with operational requirements, facilitating integration through the development and implementation of support processes, platforms and mechanism including equipment control and maintenance.
• Ensure workplace health, safety and security requirements in respect of the Plumbago Warehouse and stock are met and carry out risk identification and assessment and implement corrective actions where relevant in order to safeguard the company and its employees.
• Ensure that goods are picked and packed in the correct manner within the Plumbago Warehouse and organize special requirements for the dispatching and /or collection of stock such as hazardous materials or fragile products.
• Produce accurate monthly operational reports.
• Undertake department and staff performance reviews in accordance with Schenker commitments.
• Ensure all staff records are maintained and reports distributed in a timely fashion.
• In accordance with HR policies, undertake to employ, develop and administer qualified staff to ensure a high standard of client satisfaction.
• Lead the Warehouse team including TES employees through the planning and allocation of work, developing and motivating subordinates.
• Proactively monitor and ensure compliance of all relevant legislative requirements and that all activities in the area of responsibility are compliant with company specific regulations.

Qualifications

• 3 years’ experience in a Management and/ or Supervisory capacity. 
• Relevant degree advantageous.
• Matric is essential, however should you be in the employ of the company and do not have a matric qualification, your application will still be considered.
• Deep knowledge of logistics management specifically warehousing, transporting and logistics accounting. 
• Inventory management.  
• Client, partner and supplier relationship management and influence.
• Operational Risk Management.
• Health, Safety and security.
• Optimise revenue Vs Costs by achieving appropriate EBIT results.
• Ability to build value-based relationships with relevant customers to ensure high levels of customer satisfaction.

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Responsibilities

• Develop and prepare an action plan and forecast for each targeted Key Account Client, to increase market share and deliver the growth strategy for the Airfreight product, taking cognisance of client realities.
• Establish and develop a network with potential and existing customers or key accounts and increase revenue through the identification of opportunities for growing current client business to achieve sales targets and results.
• Provide visible support in resolving client concerns and challenges through facilitating the creation of airfreight forwarding solutions to meet the Key Account Client’s on going and changing needs.
• Ensure high level service delivery through the management of the forwarding life cycle from inception to completion, placing particular emphasis on relevance, efficiency and effectiveness.
• Coordinate air RIB solutions in Johannesburg (Groupage, Handovers, etc.) for customers.
• Ensuring consistent and competitive pricing agreements in conjunction with calculation of cost structures, administering and maintaining the airfreight schedules whilst taking cognisance of buying and selling trends.
• Develop and establish relationships with internal teams such as JHB, Sales, etc. and through these partnerships resolve queries on Forwarding Accounts, thereby ensuring seamless and quality service to the client.
• Lead the Airfreight team through coaching, developing and motivating subordinates including follow-up of team and individual performance against targets and objectives aligned with overall company strategy.
• Proactively ensure that all activities in the area of responsibility are compliant with current legal & company specific regulations, including adhering to ISO procedures & report on monthly KPI’s & Event Controls.

Qualifications

• FIATA Diploma or relevant degree
• Comprehensive knowledge of the International Airfreight industry and sales processes
• Relevant technical and industry experience
• At least 10 years relevant experience of which 5 years managing an airfreight function  
• Good interpersonal relationship skills critical. 
• Networking forms a major part of the job 
• Strong administrative and coordination skills
• Innovative thinking 
• Logical thinker to achieve desired outputs 
• Financial acumen essential 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills 
• Must be able to work well in a team environment 
• Ability to understand customers (internal/external) needs. 
• MS Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint must be at an advanced level. 
• Proactive 
• Organized 
• Ability to deal with ambiguity 
• Driver’s License & own car
• Grow current business 
• Client satisfaction
• Company reputation & brand
• Internal cross functional partnership
• Air Freight service delivery
• Client orientation
• Business acumen 
• Organizational skills
• Build value-based relationships
• Personal influence
• Drive and deliver results
• Problem solving
• Negotiating skills